EasyFinder Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter, Forlnk Cable for Mapping Catheter
K210313 · Shanghai Microport EP Medtech Co., Ltd. · DRF · Dec 30, 2022 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K210313
Device Name
EasyFinder Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter, Forlnk Cable for Mapping Catheter
Applicant
Shanghai Microport EP Medtech Co., Ltd.
Product Code
DRF · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Dec 30, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1220
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter is used for electrogram recording and cardiac stimulation during diagnostic electrophysiology studies.
Device Story
EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter is a sterile, single-use device featuring a high-torque shaft and fixed distal curve with an array of platinum electrodes. It is used by physicians in professional healthcare environments to perform electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures. The catheter captures cardiac electrical signals (electrograms) and delivers stimulation pulses; these are transmitted via the FORLNK™ Cable for Mapping Catheter to external, separately cleared diagnostic electrophysiology equipment. The high-torque shaft allows manual rotation of the curved tip for precise positioning within the heart. The output, displayed on the external equipment, assists clinicians in diagnosing cardiac arrhythmias and guiding clinical decision-making during electrophysiology studies.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1), mechanical requirements (ISO 10555-1), electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-27), radiopacity validation, and sterilization validation (ISO 11135, AAMI TIR 28).
Technological Characteristics
Sterile, single-use diagnostic catheter with platinum electrodes and high-torque shaft. Fixed curve design available in 28 models/6 curve types. Connectivity via FORLNK™ accessory cable to external EP equipment. Complies with ISO 10555-1, ISO 10993-1, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-27. Sterilized via Ethylene Oxide (EO).
Indications for Use
Indicated for electrogram recording and cardiac stimulation during diagnostic electrophysiology studies in patients undergoing such procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrode recording catheter or an electrode recording probe is a device used to detect an intracardiac electrocardiogram, or to detect cardiac output or left-to-right heart shunts. The device may be unipolar or multipolar for electrocardiogram detection, or may be a platinum-tipped catheter which senses the presence of a special indicator for cardiac output or left-to-right heart shunt determinations.
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December 30, 2022
Shanghai MicroPort EP MedTech Co., Ltd. Min Zhu RA Engineer Building 23&28, Lane 588, Tianxiong Rd. Shanghai, Shanghai 201318 People's Republic of China
Re: K210313
Trade/Device Name: EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter; FORLNK™ Cable for Mapping Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1220 Regulation Name: Electrode recording catheter or electrode recording probe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DRF Dated: January 25, 2021 Received: February 3, 2021
Dear Xia Tian:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely.
# Aneesh S. Deoras -S
Aneesh Deoras Assistant Director Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics and Monitoring Devices Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K210313
#### Device Name
EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter FORLNK™ Cable for Mapping Catheter
Indications for Use (Describe)
EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter is used for electrogram recording and cardiac stimulation during diagnostic electrophysiology studies.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) Summarv
#### Submitter Information
- Shanqhai MicroPort EP MedTech Co., Ltd. A. Company Name: B. Company Address: Building 23&28, Lane 588, Tianxiong Rd., 201318 Shanghai, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA C. Company Phone: +86 21 38954600*53701 D. Company Facsimile: +86 21 20903925 E. Email: zhumin@everpace.com F. Contact Person: Zhu, Min December 30, 2022 G. Summary Prepared on:
## Identification of Proposed Device
| A. Device Trade Name: | EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter<br>FORLNK™ Cable for Mapping Catheter |
|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| B. Device Common Name: | Electrode recording catheter |
| C. Classification Name: | Catheter, Electrode Recording, Or Probe,<br>Electrode Recording |
| D. Regulation Number | 21 CFR 870.1220 |
| E. Product Code: | DRF |
| F. Device Class: | Class II |
| G. Review Panel | Cardiovascular |
#### Device Description
The EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter is a sterile, single-use diagnostic catheter with multiple electrodes and a fixed distal curve. It has been designed to facilitate electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures in 28 models and 6 kinds of curves.
The catheter has a high-torque shaft with a fixed curve section containing an array of platinum electrodes. The high-torque shaft allows the plane of the curved tip to be rotated to facilitate accurate positioning of the catheter tip at the desired site.
The catheter is connected to separately cleared diagnostic electrophysiology equipment via an accessory, the FORLNK™ Cable for Mapping Catheter.
# Indications for Use Statement
EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter is used for electrogram recording and cardiac stimulation during diagnostic electrophysiology studies.
#### Identification of Predicate Device
| A. Product Name: | IBI-1100(TM) ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY<br>CATHETER |
|------------------|--------------------------------------------|
|------------------|--------------------------------------------|
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- B. Manufacturer: IRVINE BIOMEDICAL, INC.
- C. 510(k) Number: K946333
- 21 CFR 870.1220 D. Regulation Number
- E. Product Code: DRF
- F. Device Class: Class II
# Identification of Reference Device
- A. Product Name: Cordis Webster Fixed Curve Catheter
- B. Manufacturer: Cordis Webster, Inc.
- K992965 C. 510(k) Number
- D. Requlation Number 21 CFR 870.1220
- E. Product Code: DRF
- F. Device Class: Class II
# Non-Clinical Performance Testing
Non-clinical performance testing was completed for the EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter and accessory FORLNK™ Cable for Mapping Catheter to support their substantial equivalence to the predicate device. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following standards:
- (1) Biocompatibility Verification: The biological safety of the catheter was verified as per the requirements of ISO 10993-1:2018 Biological evaluation of medical devices- Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process and FDA's modified ISO quidelines in accordance with the FDA guidance document Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process".
- (2) Mechanical Verification: Mechanical testing was performed to verify compliance of the catheter with ISO 10555-1:2013 Intravascular catheters - Sterile and single-use catheters - Part 1: General requirements.
- (3) Electrical Verification: Electrical testing was performed to verify compliance of the catheter and accessory cable with applicable IEC 60601-1: 2005 Medical electrical equipment – Part1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance, IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic disturbances – Requirements and tests and IEC 60601-2-27:2011 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of electrocardiographic monitoring equipment.
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- (4) Bench Validation: Validation testing of the catheter was performed to validate the design of the device with regards to radiopacity. Validation testing of the accessory cable was performed to evaluate the design and function of the cable.
- (5) Cleaning and Sterilization Validation: Validation testing was performed to demonstrate that the catheter and accessory cable could be cleaned and sterilized in accordance with ISO 11135:2014 Sterilization of health care products-Ethylene Oxide: Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical device, AAMI TIR 28:2009 Product Adoption and Process Equivalency for Ethylene Oxide sterilization and the FDA guidance document.
- (6) Shelf Life Validation: Validation testing was performed to demonstrate the shelf life of the catheter and accessory cable are three years.
## Clinical Tests Conclusion
No clinical study is included in this submission.
| Description | Proposed Device | Predicate Device<br>(K946333) | Remark |
|---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Product Code | DRF | DRF | SE |
| Regulation No. | 21 CFR 870.1220 | 21 CFR 870.1220 | SE |
| Class | Class II | Class II | SE |
| Indications for<br>Use | EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve<br>Diagnostic Catheter is used<br>for electrogram recording and<br>cardiac stimulation during<br>diagnostic electrophysiology<br>studies. | IBI-1100(TM)<br>ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY<br>CATHETER is used for<br>electrogram recording and<br>cardiac stimulation during<br>diagnostic electrophysiology<br>studies. | SE |
| Configuration | Cable connector | Cable connector | SE |
| | Tip electrode | Tip electrode | SE |
| | Ring electrode | Ring electrode | SE |
| | High-torque shaft | High-torque shaft | SE |
| Dimensional<br>Comparison | Catheter effective length | Catheter effective length | Similar |
| | Length of color code | Length of color code | SE |
| | Electrode length | Electrode length | Similar |
| | Electrode diameter | Electrode diameter | SE |
| | Electrode spacing | Electrode spacing | SE |
## Comparison to Predicate Device
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| | Outside diameter of catheter shaft | Outside diameter of catheter shaft | SE |
|---------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|---------|
| | Curve shape | Curve shape | Similar |
| Functional<br>Performance | Comply with ISO 10555-1 | Comply with ISO 10555-1 | SE |
| Biological<br>Characteristics | Comply with ISO 10993-1 | Comply with ISO 10993-1 | Similar |
| Intended<br>Healthcare<br>Environment | Professional healthcare<br>environment | Professional healthcare<br>environment | SE |
| Sterilization<br>Method | EO sterilized | EO sterilized | SE |
| Single Use | Yes | Yes | SE |
| Shelf Life | 3 years | 3 years | SE |
# Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion
Based on the comparison and analysis above, the proposed device is determined to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device.
The proposed and predicate devices share the same indications for use and fundamental scientific technology, including principles of operation and mechanism of action. Design and technological differences between the proposed and predicate devices do not raise any new concerns of safety and effectiveness. The results of verification and validation testing demonstrate that the EasyFinder™ Fixed Curve Diagnostic Catheter and the accessory cable are as safe, as effective, and perform in a manner that is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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